Walter Leonard Wright
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Walter Leonard Wright "Poot", age 95 of Butler, Missouri died Sunday, November 9, 2025 at his home. He was born October 21, 1930 to Raymond and Etta Smith Wright in Butler, Missouri.
Walter is survived by one daughter, Doncella Wright Liggins of Butler, Missouri; one son, Jason Linn Wright and wife Britny of Lee's Summit, Missouri; special son, Jim Potts; three grandchildren, Brandon Liggins, Mason Wright and significant other Laci, and Chloe Wright; and four great-grandchildren, Hayley, Devin, Kie and Graham Walter; and many in-laws, nieces, nephews and friends. Walter was preceded in death by his wife of 60 years, Mildred (Millie) Wright; his parents; four brothers, Charles, Jerry, Paul and Wesley; and one sister, Betty.
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